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Drinking chocolate
Drinking chocolate by Cadbury provides 402 kcal per 100 g, with 73 g of sugars and 6.3 g of protein. That is 39% more sugar than the average product in this category. It is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Chocolate powders category and comes in a 500 g pack.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 18g
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 402 kcal | 72 kcal | 334 +20% | |
| Total fat | 5.6 g | 1 g | 1% | 5.6 |
| Saturated fat | 4.1 g | 0.7 g | 3% | 3.3 +24% |
| Carbohydrates | 76 g | 13.7 g | 5% | 60.6 +25% |
| Total sugars | 73 g | 13.1 g | 52.5 +39% | |
| Added sugars | 50 g | 9 g | 18% | 36.2 +38% |
| Dietary fiber | 9.3 g | 1.7 g | 6% | 7.1 +31% |
| Protein | 6.3 g | 1.1 g | 2% | 7.1 −11% |
| Salt | 0.4 g | 0.1 g | 0.7 −46% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 220 Chocolate powders products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other chocolate powders
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Sugar, cocoa powder, acidity regulator sodium carbonate), flavouring. Cocoa solids: 25% minimum.
- May contain traces
- Milk
Additives 2
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 500 g
- Serving size
- 18g
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 5034880081588
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Drinking chocolate?
Drinking chocolate contains 402 kcal per 100 g and about 72 kcal per serving (18g).
How much sugar is in Drinking chocolate?
Drinking chocolate has 73 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Drinking chocolate healthy?
It is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
What allergens does Drinking chocolate contain?
No allergens are listed in the label data. It may also contain traces of milk. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 27, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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